Book of Peoples of the World

Book of Peoples of the World
Author: Wade Davis
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2007
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9781426202384

From the foremost authority on history and civilization comes the definitive guide to world cultures--showcasing human diversity in all its vast and startling richness. 235 color photographs and 37 maps.

The Mahabharataof Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Vol.4, Book 13

The Mahabharataof Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Vol.4, Book 13
Author: Kisari Mohan Gangu
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 716
Release: 2023-07-01
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9358595450

"The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Book 13" is an exceptional literary work translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli. This volume delves into the profound and epic tale of the Mahabharata, one of the most revered and enduring mythological texts of ancient India. Within the pages of this volume, readers will find themselves immersed in the captivating world of gods, heroes, and intricate human dramas. "Book 13" explores the climactic events leading up to the great Kurukshetra war, a colossal conflict between two royal families, the Pandavas and the Kauravas. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's translation of the Mahabharata beautifully captures the essence of the original Sanskrit epic, allowing readers to experience the intricate plotlines, ethical dilemmas, and timeless wisdom embedded within the narrative. "The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Book 13" presents a treasure trove of cultural and spiritual knowledge that continues to inspire and enlighten readers to this day. Whether one is well-versed in Hindu mythology or new to this ancient epic, this volume offers an immersive experience, providing a glimpse into a bygone era and a deep exploration of timeless human truths. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's translation of the Mahabharata invites readers to embark on a transformative journey, leaving an indelible impression on their hearts and minds.

Kaleidoscope India: The India Quiz Book

Kaleidoscope India: The India Quiz Book
Author: Shayama Chona
Publisher: Har-Anand Publications
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2010-08
Genre:
ISBN: 9788124110683

A Sizeable Set Of Question, Covering Various Facets Of India Is Heritage In A Variety Of Question Formats. Both The Authors Are Accomplished Quizzers On The School Circuit.

Art and Culture of North East India

Art and Culture of North East India
Author: L. P. VIDYARTHI
Publisher: Publications Division Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Total Pages: 211
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 8123026692

This book is an outcome of the author's longstanding field work and researches of different parts of western, central and north eastern Himalayas.

Mono No Aware and Gender as Affect in Japanese Aesthetics and American Pragmatism

Mono No Aware and Gender as Affect in Japanese Aesthetics and American Pragmatism
Author: Johnathan Flowers
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2023-04-15
Genre:
ISBN: 1793626715

Mono no Aware and Gender as Affect in Japanese Aesthetics and American Pragmatism argues that gender is best understood as a felt sense of the organization of the human body. Through Japanese aesthetics and American pragmatism, this book argues that re-understanding gender as an affect, or a feeling, can expand the ways that gender is understood, enacted, and theorized in experience.

The Book of History: The Near East

The Book of History: The Near East
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 448
Release: 1915
Genre: World history
ISBN:

A profusely illustrated summary of world history from an Euro-centric view but in great detail up to the end of World War II.